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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Status of Rag-Pickers in the Country
No survey has been conducted to identify the rag-pickers in the country.
In order to facilitate waste-pickers  to avail the benefits under Loan and Skill Development schemes implemented by the National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation , they were included in the target group of NSKFDC along with Safai Karmacharis in 2016. The total 66,365 safai karamcharis including waste pickers have been given skill training and 1,56,215 safai karamcharis including waste pickers have been given loan on subsidised rate of interest by NSKFDC through their schemes for socio-economic upliftment programme since 2016.
This information was given by Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Ramdas Athawale in the Rajya Sabha in a written reply today.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
India- Vietnam signs agreement to extend cooperation in the field of Information Technology
MoU intends to foster active cooperation between private entities, Governments, institutions involved in enhancing capacity building of two countries in field of ICT
H.E. Nguyen Manh Hung, Minister for Information and Communications, Vietnam today visited the Ministry of Electronics & IT, Government of India and met Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology & Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar.They exchanged views on various initiatives being taken by the two countries to boost digital economy and agreed to further enhance ICT Trade & cooperation between the two sides.
An agreement to extend India- Vietnam MoU on cooperation in the field of Information Technology was also signed by the two Ministers during the visit. The MoU intends to foster active cooperation and exchange between private entities, Governments, institutions involved in enhancing capacity building and other public and private organizations of the two countries in the field of ICT.
Minister Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar mentioned that India under Digital India Programme has made some rapid digitalization efforts in the last 19 months to overcome the distress caused by COVID-19 pandemic. India’s IT services sector, Digital Government initiatives and the fast emerging tech startup ecosystem have shown resilience and maturity not only to meet the challenges of this pandemic but are now role models for other developing and less developed countries.
The two Ministers agreed that though there has been an active engagement between India and Vietnam over the last few years but there are vast possibilities to explore for further cooperation. The similar objectives of Digital transformation under Digital India programme& Digital transformation Vietnam can further enhance cooperation and digital trade between the two sides.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Vaccination Drive for free precautionary dose organized by the Ministry of Labour & employment
Minister urges all eligible persons to get vaccinated
By securing oneself, the society and the country can be secured from Covid-19 pandemic; Bhupender Yadav
Ministry of Labour & Employment organized Vaccination Drive for free Precaution Dose for Covid-19 today at Shram Shakti Bhawan, as a part of ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’. Shri Bhupender Yadav, Minister of Labour & Employment, Environment, Forest & Climate Change started the vaccination drive started by taking booster dose. Shri Sunil Barthwal, Secretary, Labour & Employment was also administered the Precaution vaccine for Covid-19.
In his address during the launch of free Precaution Dose of Covid-19, the Minister urged all eligible persons to get vaccinated. He said that by securing oneself, the society and the country can be secured from Covid-19 pandemic. He further informed that all the staff under Ministry of Labour & Employment and its organizations throughout India will be vaccinated in next 75 days with the help of Doctors/Para-Medicals of ESIC. More than 150 people were vaccinated with the precaution dose of Covid-19 during the event.
Govt. of India has started a drive across the country, to provide free Precaution Dose of Covid-19 at Govt. vaccination centres to eligible adults. The facility of free Precaution Dose can also be availed at any of ESIC Hospitals. Commemorating 75 years of Independence, the vaccination drive started today and will continue for next 75 days.
Prime Minister's Office
PM's telephonic conversation with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi spoke over telephone with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces today.
The Leaders expressed happiness at the growing strength of all-round bilateral cooperation. They reiterated their commitment to further consolidate the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership.
The Prime Minister took this opportunity to thank the Crown Prince for the invitation extended to India for addressing the OIC Foreign Ministers’ Council as a Guest of Honour in Abu Dhabi earlier this month. He expressed the hope that this historical participation would contribute to attaining the common objectives of peace and progress.
Prime Minister's Office
PM attends 16th India - ASEAN Summit in Bangkok
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi attended the 16th ASEAN-India Summit in Bangkok, Thailand today.
In his opening remarks, Prime Minister expressed happiness in being part of the 16th India - ASEAN Summit. He thanked Thailand for the warm hospitality and extended best wishes to Vietnam for taking over as Chairman of next year’s Summit.
Prime Minister said that India’s Act East Policy is a significant cornerstone of the Indo-Pacific strategy; adding that ASEAN is at the core of Act East Policy. A strong ASEAN will immensely benefit India. Prime Minister highlighted steps being taken to improve surface, maritime, air and digital connectivity. One billion dollar Indian line of credit will prove beneficial for improving physical and digital connectivity, he said.
Prime Minister highlighted that last year’s Commemorative Summit and Singapore Informal Summit’s Decisions implementation has brought India and ASEAN closer. India is willing to increase cooperation and partnership in areas mutually beneficial to India and ASEAN and expressed readiness to improve partnership and capacity building in the areas of agriculture, research, engineering, science and ICT.
Prime Minister said that India wants to strengthen cooperation in the areas of maritime security and blue economy. He also welcomed the recent decision to review India ASEAN FTA saying it will improve economic partnership between the two countries.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President greets the Nation on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr
The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, greeted the nation on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr.
Following is the full text of his message:
“I express my heartfelt greetings and good wishes to the nation on this joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
Marking the end of the holy month of Ramzan, Eid-ul-Fitr is an auspicious occasion to come together for celebration and to share our happiness with one another.
As we mark this day with joy and gratitude, let us remember the values of compassion, generosity and unity that are at the heart of this festival. Let us continue to build bridges of solidarity, and rededicate ourselves to the service of humanity.”
Following is the Hindi translation of his message:
“ईद-उल-फितर के इस खुशी के मौके पर मैं देशवासियों को हार्दिक बधाई और शुभकामनाएं देता हूं।
रमज़ान के पवित्र महीने के अंत में मनाया जाने वाला ईद-उल-फितर का त्यौहार आपस में खुशियाँ साझा करने का एक शुभ अवसर है। सभी लोग इसे मिलजुल कर बड़े हर्ष और उल्लास के साथ मनाते हैं।
आइए इस पर्व में निहित मानवीय मूल्यों - करुणा, उदारता और भाईचारे को अपने जीवन में साकार करते हुए मानवता की सेवा के लिए खुद को समर्पित करने का संकल्प लें।“
Ministry of Defence
Army Conducts Children Summer Adventure Camp 2019 at Manali
Western Command Children Summer Adventure Camp 2019 is being organised at Manali from 27 May to 02 June 2019. The seven day camp is being conducted under the aegis of Rising Star Brigade. This camp aims to provide a wholesome outdoor exposure to young boys and girls through educational, recreational and adventure activities.
A total of 218 children from various units of Western Command of Indian Army have volunteered to attend the camp. During their stay in camp, children enthusiastically participate in various indoor and outdoor activities, including trekking, rock climbing, river crossing, tent pitching and various adventure filled games & competitions.
Opportunities provided to the children during the camp help them in exploring the nature, make new friends and create lasting memories. The camp also intends to develop innovative thinking, hone natural skills and develop new hobbies. Towards that, activities to include painting, sketching, poster making, slogan writing & public speaking are also conducted.
In the series, this is second camp conducted by Army this year at Manali during the summer vacations of children, providing them a platform for turning into society conscious and responsible citizens.
Ministry of Defence
INDIA SALUTES CORONA WARRIORS
India has been successfully fighting Corona Virus with the help of COVID Warriors. IAF has been contributing towards the national effort to contain Corona by supporting mobility of men and material both at International and Domestic level. More than 600 tons of medical supplies and large number of people have been airlifted including Doctors, Para-medics and equipment for setting up COVID testing labs. IAF personnel will continue to contribute towards fight against Corona. As a gratitude to all the Corona Warriors in India, IAF along with sister services is planning to salute these brave warriors of India in its own unique way. The planned fly past of the aircraft of the Indian Air Force is to salute the brave COVID warriors who have been tirelessly and selflessly working during these unprecedented times of corona virus pandemic.
A number of aircraft of Indian Air Force are planned to do a fly past over Delhi and NCR region on 03 May 20. This flying activity is combined along with the training activity of IAF and opportunity flight for transport aircraft and helicopters who are involved in moving supplies related to COVID-19 task.
The aerial salute to the Corona Warriors will be planned over Delhi between 1000-1030 hrs. Fighter aircraft formations, comprising of the Sukhoi-30 MKI, MiG-29 and Jaguar will be flying over Rajpath, and will orbit over Delhi and will be visible to the residents of Delhi from their roof tops. In addition, C-130 transport aircraft will follow a similar profile as fighters covering the entire Delhi and NCR region. The aircraft will be flying at an approximate height of 500 meters to 1000 meters keeping Aerospace safety in mind especially in respect of bird activity.
Additionally, helicopters are planned to carry out petal drop over Police War Memorial at 0900 h followed by Delhi hospitals involved in providing relief to patients of COVID-19 between 1000- 1030 h. The list of hospitals includes AllMS, Deen Dayal Upadhyay Hospital, GTB Hospital, Loknayak Hospital, Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Safdarjang Hospital, Sri Ganga Ram Hospital, Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital, Max Saket, Rohini Hospital, Apollo Indraprastha Hospital and Army Hospital Research and Referal.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s meeting with Gary E. Dickerson, CEO, Applied Materials
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met Mr. Gary E. Dickerson, President and CEO of Applied Materials in Washington DC.
Prime Minister invited Applied Materials for contributing in strengthening the semiconductor ecosystem in India. Prime Minister also invited Applied Materials for development of process technology and advanced packaging capabilities in India.
Prime Minister and Mr. Dickerson discussed potential of Applied Materials’ collaboration with academic institutions in India to create skilled workforce.
Prime Minister's Office
PM pays tributes to Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his Jayanti
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has paid his tributes to Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his Jayanti.
“देशवासियों के दिलों में बसे पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री भारत रत्न अटल बिहारी वाजपेयी जी को उनकी जन्म-जयंती पर कोटि-कोटि नमन।”, the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Union Minister of State, I&B, Dr L. Murugan calls on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Dr. L. Murugan made a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. This was his first call on to the Prime Minister after becoming Member of Parliament from Rajya Sabha.
Dr Murugan presented a copy of the book “Thirukkural- Pearls of Inspiration” to the Prime Minister and sought guidance from him to work diligently under his dynamic leadership for the welfare of people of New India.
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PIB Headquarters
VANDE BHARAT MISSION:72 PRAVASIS HAILING FROM THRISSUR RETURNS
Thirty eight out of 72 PRAVASIS, hailing from THRISSUR,who arrived by Abudhabi-Kochi flight early morning have been placed under observation at Guruvayoor Sterling resort, which has been designated by Kerala Government as Covid Care Centre.They were transported to Guruvayoor from Kochi by a special K S.R.T.C bus.The group includes 10 women and a child.
Others were permitted to leave alongwith their relatives for home quarantine.Pravasis were received at Guruvayoor by Kerala Local Administration Minister A C Moideen, THRISSUR Collector S Shanavas, Municipality Chairperson M Rathi,apart from Police and Revenue officials.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to inaugurate Aadi Mahotsav on 16th February at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi
Programme will showcase tribal culture, crafts, cuisine, commerce and traditional art
Special focus on showcasing Shree Anna grown by tribals
Prime Minister has been at the forefront of taking steps for the welfare of the tribal population of the country while also according due respect to their contribution in the growth and development of the country. In an effort to showcase the tribal culture on the national stage, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate "Aadi Mahotsav", the mega National Tribal Festival, on 16th February at 10:30 AM at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi.
The Aadi Mahotsav, which celebrates the spirit of tribal culture, crafts, cuisine, commerce and traditional art, is an annual initiative of Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation Limited  under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. This year, it is being organised from 16 to 27 February at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi.
The programme will showcase the rich and diverse heritage of tribes from across the country in over 200 stalls at the venue. Around 1000 tribal artisans will participate in the Mahotsav. Since 2023 is being celebrated as the International Year of Millets, along with usual attractions like handicrafts, handloom, pottery, jewellery etc., a special focus in the Mahotsav will be on showcasing Shree Anna grown by tribals.
AYUSH
Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences launches eOffice
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences , the largest Research Council under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India has initiated the use of eOffice for its official purposes. The Council in its quest for becoming a paperless organisation, has launched the application developed by National Informatics Centre , Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology on 3rd January, 2022.
In the presence of higher officials and staff of the Council, Dr. N. Srikanth, Director General, CCRAS processed an e-file through the application to formally launch the platform for the Council. While addressing the gathering on the occasion, the Director General emphasized the need and advantages of using electronic platforms for office work. He also urged the officers and staff to utilize the application to its full potential as it aids all spheres of office procedures. He also informed that the Council has already been taking many IT based initiatives including the NAMASTE Portal, Ayush Research Portal and many other for the welfare and use of Ayush stakeholders.
The eOffice platform is a digital workplace solution comprising a suite of products and features that support efficient and transparent governance by streamlining all workflow and making all procedures paperless. While appraising the Director General, CCRAS and gathering of officials and staff about the development, Dr. Radhe Krishan, In Charge, IT Cell at CCRAS mentioned that the Council has implemented and initiated the use of eOffice for employees and staff. He also informed that with the integrated software SPARROW , the concerned officials will be able to process their annual performance reports online.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister meets chess grandmaster, Praggnanandhaa along with his family
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi met chess grandmaster, Praggnanandhaa along with his family at 7 LKM today.
Responding to X post of Praggnanandhaa, the Prime Minister said in a X post;
“Had very special visitors at 7, LKM today.
Delighted to meet you, @rpragchess along with your family.
You personify passion and perseverance. Your example shows how India's youth can conquer any domain. Proud of you!”
Ministry of Electronics & IT
India Post partners with Shiprocket; To benefit Startups and Small & Medium Enterprises
India Post, the largest delivery network of the world, has signed an MoU with Shiprocket to boost last-mile Ecommerce delivery services across the country.
India Post, India’s leading postal service provider, has announced partnership with Shiprocket, a leading logistics aggregator company, to enhance its last-mile delivery services for various E-commerce products. The Memorandum of Understanding  was signed today between India Post, Shiprocket & Pickrr at Dak Bhawan in New Delhi., Director General, Postal Services Shri Alok Sharma, senior officers of the Department of Posts, and representatives of Shiprocket and Pickrr were present during the event.
M/s Bigfoot Retail Solutions  is an emerging logistics aggregator company with three lakh sellers and 70 million consumers annually. This partnership between India Post and Shiprocket will provide shipping and last-mile delivery services to Shiprocket's three lakh strong seller base which includes Startups and a large number of small and medium businesses. The MoU marks a significant milestone for taking e-commerce to the last mile and is expected to benefit millions of customers all over country.
Speaking on occasion Director General, Postal Services Shri Alok Sharma said that today is a momentous occasion and this partnership will fulfil the aspirations of rural youth to be benefitted from the e-commerce revolution in the country.
Saahil Goel, Co-founder & CEO, Shiprocket said, the India Post network will provide last-mile connectivity to the e-commerce market player and will facilitate in the penetration of E-commerce services beyond large cities and towns. It would enable automated shipping and faster delivery for merchants, resulting in cost-effectiveness and business growth.
To facilitate this partnership and to provide better services to customers, India Post has ensured IT integration with the IT systems of Shiprocket. This integration has been done through various API for Tariff, Booking, Label Generation, Pickup and Track & Trace.
Ministry of Railways
Oxygen Expresses deliver more than 9440 MT of Liquid Medical Oxygen to the Nation
Nearly 150 Oxygen Expresses have completed their journey so far
12 loaded Oxygen Expresses with more than 970 MT of Medical Oxygen in 55 tankers on the run at the moment
Oxygen relief by Oxygen Expresses reaches out to 13 states
So far 521 MT of Oxygen has been offloaded in Maharashtra, nearly 2525 MT in UP, 430 MT in MP, 1228 MT in Haryana, 389 MT in Telangana, 40 MT in Rajasthan, 361 MT in Karnataka, 200 MT in Uttarakhand, 118 MT in Kerala, 151 MT in Tamil Nadu, 116 MT in Andhra Pradesh and more than 3320 MT in Delhi
Overcoming all hurdles and finding new solutions, Indian Railways is continuing its journey of bringing relief by delivering Liquid Medical Oxygen to various states across the country. So far, Indian Railways has delivered more than 9440 MT of LMO in nearly 590 tankers to various states across the country.
It may be noted that nearly 150 Oxygen Expresses have completed their journey so far and brought relief to various States.
Till the time of this release, 12 loaded Oxygen Expresses on run with more than 970 MT of LMO in 55 tankers.
Southern states of Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu got a big boost in Oxygen supply with several Oxygen Expresses delivering their loads yesterday night and today.
Incidentally NCR region crossed the delivery of more than 5000 MT of Oxygen for further distribution.
Oxygen Expresses have been delivering nearly 800 MT of LMO to the Nation each day for last few days.
It is Indian Railways endeavour to deliver as much LMO as possible in the shortest time possible to the requesting states.
Kerala received its first Oxygen Express at Ernakulam with 118 MT of load.
Till the time of this release, so far 521 MT of Oxygen has been offloaded in Maharashtra, nearly 2525 MT in UP, 430 MT in MP, 1228 MT in Haryana, 389 MT in Telangana, 40 MT in Rajasthan, 361 MT in Karnataka, 200 MT in Uttarakhand, 118 MT in Kerala, 151 MT in Tamil Nadu, 116 MT in Andhra Pradesh and more than 3320 MT in Delhi
Running of new Oxygen is a very dynamic exercise and figures keep getting updated all the time. More loaded Oxygen Expresses are expected to start their journeys later in the night.
Railways has mapped different routes with Oxygen supply locations and keeps itself ready with any emerging need of the States. States provide tankers to the Indian Railways for bringing LMO.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates the citizens on crossing the figure of 200 crore vaccine doses
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has lauded the people of India for showing remarkable faith in science and crossing the special figure of 200 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses. He also appreciated the spirit and determination of doctors, nurses, frontline workers, scientists, innovators and entrepreneurs in the campaign.
The Prime Minister tweeted in response to the announcement by the Union Health Minister Shri Mansukh Mandaviya:
“India creates history again! Congrats to all Indians on crossing the special figure of 200 crore vaccine doses. Proud of those who contributed to making India’s vaccination drive unparalleled in scale and speed. This has strengthened the global fight against COVID-19.
Throughout the rollout of the vaccine, the people of India have shown remarkable faith in science. Our doctors, nurses, frontline workers, scientists, innovators and entrepreneurs have played a key role in ensuring a safer planet. I appreciate their spirit and determination.”
Ministry of Defence
CINCAN visits Amphibian Brigade
Commander-in-Chief Andaman and Nicobar Command  Lieutenant General Ajai Singh visited the Amphibian Brigade at Birchgunj Military Station on July 06, 2021. He reviewed operations at the Jungle Survival School and inspected various training activities, including driving an ALS through the landing ship ramp simulator at the Wave Generation Training Facility. Addressing the troops, the CINCAN stressed on the need to remain ops ready and prepared at all times. He also advised all personnel to strictly maintain COVID-19 protection measures.
Lieutenant General Ajai Singh also awarded commendation cards to deserving personnel on the occasion.
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